Khark - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Khark is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 73 km from Dhanaulti and around 109 km from New Tehri. Suransu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khark village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khark is 044144. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.27 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Khark village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khark
As per Census 2011, Khark village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 42 males and 45 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khark are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 14 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 11 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Khark
Khark is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Suransu | North | 1.48 km |
| Kharson | West | 1.69 km |
| Bangaon | North | 1.74 km |
| Kandi Talli | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Kandi Malli | South | 2.28 km |
| Jaidwar Malla | East | 2.45 km |
| Jaidwar Talla | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Mailgar | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Tator | North | 2.83 km |
| Phaprog | North | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khark
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khark. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Khark is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Khark is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khark
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khark village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khark
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khark village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khark
Where is Khark located?
Khark village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khark?
The Gram Panchayat of Khark is Suransu.
What is the pincode of Khark?
The pincode of Khark is 249186.
What is the population of Khark?
Khark has a total population of 87, including 42 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Khark?
There are 12 households in Khark.
What is the literacy rate in Khark?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khark is 57.47%. Male literacy is 73.81% and female literacy is 42.22%.